Federal Appeals Panel Rejects Trump’s Effort to Gather Voting Data From States

A three‑judge federal appeals panel in Michigan issued a ruling on the case. The panel rejected the Justice Department's request to gather voting data from states. The request was part of a broader effort to identify ineligible voters on state rolls. The effort was backed by the Trump administration. The decision is described as the most significant rebuke to the DOJ's plan. The ruling limits the department's ability to collect such voter information. The outcome may influence future attempts to purge voter rolls. Observers will watch how the administration responds to the setback.